Education

Our school-readiness, mentoring and after-school programs help students stay on track to graduation, higher education, and successful lives. Help with homework is elementary. We’re committed to higher education.

Why It's Critical

25%

Kids starting kindergarten behind in learning skills.

35%

People who have gone on to education beyond high school.

85%

Estimated number of jobs that will require education beyond high school by 2030.

Our Results

18,000+

Children receiving free books to build critical learning skills

6,000+

Families tracking their child’s development with free Learning Checkups

9,000+

Kids served in partner youth programs. 87% on track for academic success

project ready for school

The earliest years are the most important in the life of a child. United Way helps parents prepare their children to start school with the skills they need to succeed, including a love of books and reading.

literacy

Children who can't read at grade level are at high risk of dropping out of school. Whether it's providing neighborhood reading centers, Lexia programs, free books or Reading Eggs software, United Way is committed to instilling a love of reading in all children in the Tennessee Valley.